Keeping a Lookout. The following article from The American Boating Association discusses holidays, inspections, and being aware. The holidays and boating The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is urging all boaters to use extra caution while boating during the upcoming July 4th holiday. The 4th of July, along with Memorial Day and Labor Day, typically account…
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2021 Boating Accident Report Notables
What is this report? The 2021 Recreational Boating Statistics Report or often times referred to the “2021 Boating Accident Report” is a synopsis of all of the boating accidents, injuries and fatalities in any given year. The 63rd annual report for 2021 is 83 pages. This report helps to guide us on how to educate…
8 Safety Tips
8 Safety tips for you and your loved ones. The following article is an excerpt from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration who has partnered with the National Safe Boating Council and a NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador, to make it easy to remember what to do when you’re out in a sail or motorboat, canoe, kayak or other sea-worthy vessel…
Running Aground
Running Aground occurs when there is no longer deep enough water to float a vessel. This likely occurs due to misinformation about water depths, operator error, or a change in the bottom structure of a waterway. How to Avoid Running Aground? Unfortunately, running aground is a common occurrence for boaters. But it doesn’t have to…
Reporting Boating Accidents
Reporting Boating Accidents can be a little tricky. Check out this blog to guide you through the process. The key is to avoid an accident altogether so always be aware. That is to say, always be hyper aware of your surroundings. What is my responsibility? In short, all operators of vessels involved in an accident…
CT Boating Education FAQ’s
CT Boating Education FAQ’s is a hot topic. So here we go. Please visit the DEEP’s website to learn all about the most Boating Education FAQ’s. How long is the basic boating course? The boating course is an eight-hour course. What are the basic boating course requirements? You must attend all eight-hours of…
No Discharge Zones
No Discharge Zones: The following excerpt is from Connecticut DEEP’s website. Visit the page and read the full article here. What are No Discharge Zones? An effort to improve and preserve the quality of coastal waters in Long Island Sound and its harbors is in place. The Connecticut DEEP has taken steps to ban all…
Is Boating Fun
Is Boating fun? Well of course it is! You can check out the full article by Discover Boating by clicking 10 Fun Things to Do on a Boat | Discover Boating Boating is hands down one of the most popular outdoor recreational activities out there. When you’re on a boat, you’re surrounded by water and…
OSHA and Boating
OSHA and Boating are nothing new. What is Good Housekeeping on a boat? Good housekeeping implies that we always organize, unclutter, and keep hazard-free conditions on our vessel. I know, this is a relatively simple concept. So, the benefits that can be realized from good housekeeping practices are far reaching. This affects not only workers’…